Today we’d like to introduce you to BiQomusic BiQomusic.
Hi BiQomusic, so excited to have you on the platform. So before we get into questions about your work-life, maybe you can bring our readers up to speed on your story and how you got to where you are today?
Thank you for having me. My story really begins in Ghana, where my love for music was born. Four years ago, I made the difficult decision to leave home for the United States. It wasn’t just about relocating — it was a permanent shift, something that life demanded of me. In those early days, the weight of leaving everything familiar behind was heavy. I often thought about the bubbling fanbase I had back home, the people who believed in me from the very beginning, and there were moments where I felt like I had let them down simply by not being there physically to keep building with them.
But what I didn’t realize at the time was that moving to New York would open up a completely new chapter for me as a person and as an artist. New York is intense — it reshapes you whether you want it to or not. I found myself becoming a sponge, soaking in the city’s sounds, cultures, and energies. I’d walk through the Bronx in the summer and hear reggaeton blaring from cars, then spend weekends in Brooklyn where the reggae and dancehall scene is so alive and deeply rooted. Those influences started weaving themselves into me, expanding the way I thought about rhythm, storytelling, and performance.
That mix — Ghanaian roots fused with New York grit and global sounds — is exactly what gave birth to my new EP, SmokeshowB. The title itself is a nod to the idea of standing out in the middle of chaos — being seen, being felt, being unforgettable. The project feels like the soundtrack to my life over these past four years: the struggles, the growth, the reinvention. It’s streaming now on all DSPs, and honestly, it’s the most personal project I’ve ever put out.
Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
Smooth? Not at all. But that’s exactly what made it meaningful. If there’s one thing my journey screams, it’s self-reliance and resilience. Moving to the States meant starting from scratch in many ways — no built-in community, no ready-made support system. One of the toughest challenges was building a genuine circle of people around me. I had to put myself out there, attend different events, open mics, and networking spaces that sometimes felt completely out of my comfort zone. But that was the only way to curate a tribe, to find people who understood and believed in what I was creating.
It taught me patience. It taught me that you can’t rush real connections — they have to be built brick by brick, one encounter at a time. And that process mirrors how SmokeshowB came together. Every track on the project carries the energy of persistence. For example, one of my favorite songs on the EP almost didn’t make it — I went through so many versions before finally capturing the sound I had in my head. That process of refusing to settle, of pushing until it felt right, is symbolic of my whole journey here. When people listen, I hope they not only hear the music but also feel the resilience it took to bring it to life.
Thanks – so what else should our readers know about your work and what you’re currently focused on?
Music is at the center of everything I do. After seven years since my last EP, As We Blossom and Wither, I knew that whatever I put out next had to mean something. I didn’t want to just release music for the sake of it — I wanted it to reflect my growth and carry my story forward. SmokeshowB became that body of work.
Something I think people should know is that this project wasn’t rushed. I spent time experimenting with sounds, collaborating with creatives who challenged me, and making sure that each song told a piece of my story. One track, for example, is deeply influenced by the summer sounds of New York — the kind of track that feels like walking through the city on a hot day, with music spilling out of every block. Another song pulls directly from my Ghanaian upbringing, with rhythms and melodies that ground me in home, even though I’m far away.
For me, music isn’t just entertainment. It’s the way I process life, the way I make sense of the world, and the way I connect with others. And the fact that after all these years, I still wake up excited about my childhood dream of making music is a blessing I don’t take for granted. SmokeshowB feels like both a homecoming and a rebirth, and I think that duality is what makes it special.
Before we let you go, we’ve got to ask if you have any advice for those who are just starting out?
Happiness, for me, has shifted over time. Right now, true happiness comes from following through on the promises I’ve made to myself — finishing the projects I’ve envisioned, staying true to my sound, and pushing myself to actually release the work instead of just dreaming about it. SmokeshowB is a big part of that happiness, because it represents a goal I’ve carried for years and finally brought into reality.
Beyond the music, happiness lives in the small, everyday things. Spending time with family, laughing with loved ones, sharing meals, or just enjoying simple moments of peace — those things fuel me in a way that nothing else can. I’ve realized happiness doesn’t only come from big milestones or achievements; it comes from alignment — being true to your purpose and surrounding yourself with people who remind you of who you are.
And if I had to tie it back to music: hearing someone tell me that a track from SmokeshowB resonated with them, that it reminded them of home or helped them through a moment — that’s the kind of happiness that makes all the hard work worth it.
Contact Info:
- Other: biqomusic@gmail.com
